Friendly Matamata will entice you
Enjoy the opera and other features of Matamata. Travelers to this welcoming city praise the local tours, coffeehouses and cheese shops. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Sightseeing in and around Matamata
Are you looking for things to do while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and check out everything that makes Matamata a fun place to get away. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Hobbiton Movie Set (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Cambridge Raceway (18.2 mi / 29.4 km)
- Matamata Golf Club (3.5 mi / 5.6 km)
- Leveret Estate Winery (16.7 mi / 26.8 km)
- Monavale Blueberries (22.3 mi / 35.9 km)
- Tirau Golf Club (11.2 mi / 18 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Matamata
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Matamata is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Wairere Falls (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- Te Waihou Walkway (14.6 mi / 23.5 km)
- Mclaren Falls Park (14.6 mi / 23.5 km)
- Lake Karapiro (14.9 mi / 24 km)
- Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari (20.7 mi / 33.3 km)
- Waikato River (26.7 mi / 43 km)
Transportation options to and around Matamata
The nearest airport is in Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), located 24.6 mi (39.5 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to Tauranga (TRG), which is 24.9 mi (40.1 km) away.